Announcing the changing of the seasons and the coming of summer, Lilacs are ubiquitous both within gardens and as a wild flower. Their scented flowers are well-known to many with whorls of fragrant blossom sitting perfectly at nose-height. Symbolising first love, their fleeting bouquet can provoke a sense of nostalgia. As a garden flower they became a popular choice in the eighteenth century, particularly across North America, and lingering shrubs and blooms in the wild are a telltale indicatio...
This comprehensive handbook, compiled with the expertise of Reforesting Scotland’s editors, covers trees commonly found in Scotland. From seed provenance and propagation to the history and lore of each species, this single source contains all the information you need to select the right trees for your site and grow them successfully. Whether you are an owner of (or volunteer at) a small woodland, a gardener looking to incorporate the most appropriate trees into your space, or simply a lover of w...
Hawaii Garden Tropical Shrubs
by Horace F. Clay, James C. Hubbard, and Rick Golt
The novice gardener will have an accurate, reliable and highly readable reference when a question arises about one of his plants, or if he should wonder if a specific plant would do well in a sunny corner of his yard. The detail of each of the 8 by 11 inch color photographs surprises the eyes.
This new edition shows best how to use heathers in the garden, with descriptive lists of recommended species, hybrids and cultivars
Gardening (Hydroponics for Beginners - Gardening for Beginners - Gardening - Aquaponics for Beginners - Permacu)
by Breanna Lawerence
This encyclopedia is a comprehensive, one-stop reference for camellia enthusiasts at all levels. It provides information on how to grow and care for camellias as well as detailed descriptions of a hand-picked selection of over 600 garden-worthy species and cultivars. The highly informed and truly international plant selection includes classic favorites as well as the latest introductions bred by nursery owners and enthusiasts. Detailed propagation advice, including unique grafting methods, will...
The International Clematis Register and Checklist 2002 Fourth Supplement
At prices ranging from $7 to $1,000 each, trees and shrubs represent one of the costliest elements of a landscape. Choosing wisely is critical: trees and shrubs, unlike flowers, become semi-permanent fixtures, enhancing -- or reducing -- the value of a home by as much as 15%. This authoritative reference is the only guide homeowners need to make choices they'll be happy with for years to come. -- More than 250 trees and shrubs described -- How to save thousands of dollars with easy, do-it-yourse...
A classic every gardener must have! With more than 600 blossoming shrubs and tree species, planting and maintenance instructions, and troubleshooting tips to prevent rust, rot mildew and other problems, no other volume has greater scope on the subject, more exquisite photographs, or easier to use lists and charts. There's information on rejuvenating overgrown shrubs, landscaping suggestions, details on propagation, and a huge, encyclopedic collection of shrub genera, varieties, and cultivars. Ex...
The authors, keepers of the National Hydrangea Collection in the U.K., have consulted with growers in the U.S. and Europe to suggest the most desirable cultivars of these handsome, long-flowering shrubs.
Native Trees & Shrubs of the Hawaiian Islands
by Samuel H Lamb and Carl Overhage
